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U.S. Housing Market Volatile Amid Inflation Fears and Ceasefire

4/18/2026

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The U.S. housing market shows volatility as the Iran conflict fuels inflation fears and weak consumer confidence.
Freddie Mac reports mortgage rates fell to 6.3% from 6.37%, aiding homebuyers.
The National Association of Realtors notes sales of previously owned homes at their lowest level since June.
A two-week U.S.-Iran ceasefire followed the rate drop, yet uncertainty remains about the durability of the decline.

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Story summary

The U.S. housing market shows volatility as the Iran conflict fuels inflation fears and weak consumer confidence.
Freddie Mac reports mortgage rates fell to 6.3% from 6.37%, aiding homebuyers.
The National Association of Realtors notes sales of previously owned homes at their lowest level since June.
A two-week U.S.-Iran ceasefire followed the rate drop, yet uncertainty remains about the durability of the decline.